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Better Built Custom Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family/women owned Home Improvement business. We service all throughout Southern Maryland. We guarantee customer satisfaction, along with excellent customer service and professionalism.\nWe specialize in Deck's, Front porches, Screened porches, pool deck enclosures, awnings, Additions , Garages, sheds, custom interior and exterior trim work, kitchens, flooring, windows , Any custom carpentry you desire. And more! Licensed and Insured.

The deck on a cliff.
Deck build
Maintenance-free deck
Maintenance-free deck
Demo and resurfaced  .

+17

Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
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Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
4.4(
193
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Wilson is a skilled craftsman who has rescued so many of my fine antique pieces over the last 15 years. He is extremely talented and very easy to work with. I have given him broken, stained, desiccated and otherwise damaged wooden items that he has restored to their original beauty. I find his prices quite moderate and his work exceptional."
Dresser Restoration
Oil Painting Restoration
Oil Painting Restoration
Door Restoration
Door Restoration

+46

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Closets By Design - Washington DC Metro
4.6(
104
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work was outstanding.  From consultation to installation, my expectations were exceeded.  The designer was professional and knowledgeable, she worked with us to come up with perfect solutions for our storage needs. 

This is a dramatically better product than you can get from home improvement stores.  This is not a modular system, their pieces are custom fabricated for your specific space.  That means a custom fit, including the details of our space like an access panel in one wall (for the motor of the jacuzzi tub in the adjacent bathroom).  The drawers are silk smooth in their operation, they close silently.  The drawer faces are hardwood with a beautiful finish, not the particle board I have seen in other custom closets.  Our project included some unique requests, including a custom lockable gun cabinet.  They came up with an 8 ft.  custom door with separate compartments for rifles, pistols, ammunition and other accessories.  They designed a space that is not only functional but also beautiful.  The amount of added storage probably doubled after their custom installation. 
I would use them again in a heartbeat, the money you spend here is a solid investment in a quality product.

After the installation was done, the installer came back out to make sure everything was perfect.  He spent time making sure the operation of the drawers and the cabinet lock were fine-tuned, assuring us that they would stand behind their products and correct any issues that could come up. "
Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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7th State Builders, LLC
4.1(
94
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very pleased to have found 7th State Builders through Angieslist! We hired them to rebuild our deck, and could not be more satisfied with the result. It is beautiful and unique, so much better than we imagined it to be. Chase, the owner, arrived right on time for our first consultation, which we greatly appreciated. He walked my husband and me through the project, giving ideas and options that surpassed our vision and matched our budget -- he even talked us out of a more expensive project, which showed honesty and a commitment to the satisfaction.of his customers. From our first meeting, we could tell he has a great enthusiasm for design and quality. The work was done in a very reasonable time frame. The workers were super courteous, friendly, professional and respectful of our home, making sure to clean up thoroughly at the end of each day. We will definitely use them for future projects. Many thanks to Chase, foreman Jamie, and his crew!"
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck
Bathroom

+156

Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
290 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
21
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Competitive Painters
4.6(
59
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very well. Robert explained the work they would do and he coordinated tile, plumbing and countertop replacement. We had an early 80's kitchen that needed help but we didn't want a major renovation. They updated our cabinets with new, larger doors, painted the frames, added soft-close hinges, and constructed a new cabinet to replace a built-in desk. New backsplash, granite countertops, and hardware. Their work was a superb value and we're pleased with our new "bright" kitchen!"
Cabinet refacing
complete Bathroom remodel
Let us do the painting for you
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Painters arrived exactly on time and accomplished all tasks the same day. The manually stripped the deck and applied two coats of stain. They carefully cleaned and then painted the foundation concrete as it had got dirty over the years. They also scraped, caulked and painted a large bump-out window off our living room.
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+22

Recommended by92%of homeowners
Deck Cetera, LLC
4.8(
20
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Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the initial meeting up to completion of the project, Colin and his crew were very helpful and professional. Colin met with us to explain what the options were for railing on our existing deck and did not pressure us to make a quick decision. He uses quality products in the build and does not cut corners. Pete was the lead on the project and did an outstanding job answering any questions and ensuring we were completely happy with the project. We highly recommend Deck Cetera for any project as customers can expect a professional job."
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 Mitchell's Deck and Sunroom
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+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for carpentry projects in California, MD

The average cost to hire a woodworker for a project in your home is around $65 per hour, but hourly rates can range from $35 to $250 or more, depending on the experience and skill of the woodworker. Your total woodworking project cost will depend on the complexity of the work, the type of wood, the number of projects, and any other materials your project requires. You could hire a professional woodworker to create everything from a custom cabinet to ornate, unique staircases.

Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.

While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

Every woodworker has different skills and experience, so we recommend asking the following questions when hiring a woodworker for your project:

  • How long have you been in the woodworking industry?

  • What experience do you have with my type of project?

  • Do you have customer references I can speak with?

  • How long do you expect my project to take?

  • What is my recourse if I have an issue with your work?

  • Do you charge hourly or per project?

  • Will you work on-site or in your own workshop?

  • Does your fee include the necessary post-job clean-up?

While they perform similar tasks, a carpenter is responsible for the woodworking that goes into construction—like framing, installing sheathing, and hanging kitchen cabinets—while a woodworker tackles more intricate and custom projects—like building custom furniture and installing wainscoting. Based on these definitions, most woodworkers can tackle the jobs of a carpenter, but you should always ask about your specific project when choosing a woodworker to ensure they have the necessary skills to tackle the job.

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